Senior Governance Officer

Ivory Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

60 - 70 p/h + Super

5 minute walk from the station

Job summary

Ivory Group is seeking a Senior Governance Officer for a Local Council project in Western Sydney. This 4-month, full-time, office-based role requires coordinating governance frameworks, handling policies, and supporting compliance with statutory requirements.

You will report to the Head of Governance and work on investigations, privacy requests, and policy development. Immediate start. Local Council/government experience highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Local Council experience is highly regarded.
• Experience in research and development of policies relating to Corporate Governance.
• Strong knowledge of GIPA, privacy and copyright legislation.
• High level of maturity and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor governance policies, codes and procedures.
• Provide independent probity reviews of procurement processes.
• Manage internal and external investigations and complaints.
• Coordinate external investigators and oversee investigation outcomes.
• Support Council-wide legislative compliance and governance frameworks.
• Manage GIPA applications and privacy-related information requests.

Skills

Local Council experience

Governance policies

GIPA/privacy/copyright legislation

Strong communication

Job description

• Initial 4-month contract | Office-Based | Immediate Start
• Be a part of exciting upcoming projects for Council
• Local Council or Government experience highly regarded

ABOUT THE COMPANY.

Join a well-established Local Council in Western Sydney, committed to delivering high-quality services and outcomes for its local community. With a strong governance function and an experienced team, this is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable organisation and contribute to key Council initiatives.

ABOUT THE POSITION.

Temporary 4-month opportunity. As a Senior Governance Officer, you will be reporting to the Head of Governance. You will be expected to work with demonstrated efficiency to provide support in the coordination, maintenance and communication of robust governance frameworks and supporting policies. Must be available full-time in the office.

DUTIES.

• Develop and monitor governance policies, codes and procedures
• Provide independent probity reviews of procurement processes
• Manage internal and external investigations and complaints
• Coordinate external investigators and oversee investigation outcomes
• Support Council-wide legislative compliance and governance frameworks
• Manage GIPA applications and privacy-related information requests

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE.

• Local Council experience is highly regarded
• Experience in research and development of policies relating to Corporate Governance
• Strong knowledge of GIPA, privacy and copyright legislation
• High level of maturity and strong communication skills

CULTURE.

Your team encourages collaboration and seeks for an individual with demonstrated experience to hit the ground running. You will be expected to work autonomously and in a team environment.

BENEFITS & REMUNERATION.

• $60 - $70 p/h + Super
• Collaborative environment
• Exposure to diverse and high-profile governance matters
• Convenient Location - 5 minute walk from the station